France’s Louis Dreyfus Armateurs and Technip Energies have signed a memorandum of understanding to integrate advanced ammonia cracking technology into the FRESH floating vessel, designed to produce hydrogen offshore with low emissions.
A floating terminal that converts ammonia to hydrogen
The FRESH project consists of a 170-meter vessel with the capacity to store up to 45,000 m³ of ammonia. This fuel will be processed on board by a cracking plant that converts it into gaseous hydrogen gas. hydrogen gas with an efficiency of more than 90% and a purity of more than 99.9%. Finally, the hydrogen is compressed and transferred to land for industrial and logistical use.
With the ability to relocate according to hydrogen distribution needs, the FRESH project becomes an asset with floating technology. This will optimize energy logistics in port areas and facilitate continuous supply to sectors such as heavy industry and transportation.
Technip Energies will provide its patented ammonia cracking technology, designed to maximize energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, its integration on the FRESH vessel strengthens this system as a reference for future floating terminal solutions.
Partnership between Louis Dreyfus Armateurs and Technip Energies
With this collaboration, LDA will be responsible for vessel design and logistics operations, while Technip Energies will focus on conversion technology. Both companies aim for low-carbon maritime logistics focused on hydrogen production from ammonia.
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